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EGSOK Sokhna Port
Sokhna Port is the seaport of Sokhna, in the city of Sokhnain Egypt. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is EGSOK.

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Port Code

EGSOK

Name

Sokhna

Country / Region

Egypt

City

Sokhna

Sea Routes

Middle East

Type

Latitude

29.6476150

Longitude

32.3606450

Est. Unit Price

$30/m³ $4350/20GP Book Now

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EGSOK · Egypt · Gulf of Suez

Port Overview

Sokhna Port (UN/LOCODE: EGSOK) is a seaport on the eastern coast of the Gulf of Suez, approximately 30 nautical miles south of the Suez Canal entrance. Its location places it within the Suez economic corridor and makes it relevant for containerized cargo, bulk commodities, LPG and general cargo moving through Egypt and the Red Sea–Mediterranean trade system. The supplied port record identifies regular calls by container ships, bulk carriers, LPG tankers and general cargo ships. Our service team can coordinate booking, documentation, cargo readiness and inland delivery planning, while final acceptance remains subject to the carrier, terminal and Egyptian authorities.

Port code	EGSOK
Port / country	SOKHNA, Egypt
Coordinates	29.6476150° N, 32.3606450° E
Recorded vessel parameters	Maximum recorded length: 369 m; maximum recorded draught: 16.5 m; maximum recorded deadweight: 320,014 t
Port profile	Seaport serving container, bulk, LPG and general cargo operations

The vessel parameters above are taken from the supplied EGSOK port record and should not be treated as a current berth restriction or a guaranteed acceptance limit.

Decision points for forwarders

Key Highlights

Suez corridor locationIts position near the Suez Canal supports planning for Red Sea, Mediterranean and Egypt-bound cargo flows, subject to the selected service loop.

Mixed cargo capabilityThe port record covers container ships, bulk carriers, LPG tankers and general cargo ships, so cargo-specific acceptance checks are essential.

Large-vessel referenceThe recorded maximum vessel figures indicate substantial marine access, but actual limits depend on berth, terminal, tide, pilotage and operational conditions.

Industrial-zone relevanceProximity to the Suez economic zone makes industrial raw materials, project cargo and regional distribution planning particularly relevant.

Inland planning is criticalDelivery timing can be affected by customs release, inspection, equipment availability, road restrictions and consignee receiving windows.

Cargo handling scope

Facilities & Services

Container handling: Containerized export and import cargo can be planned through the applicable terminal and carrier service. Equipment, reefer plugs, hazardous cargo acceptance and cut-off times must be confirmed for each booking.
Bulk and general cargo: The recorded vessel profile includes bulk carriers and general cargo ships. Shipment planning should cover cargo characteristics, lifting method, packaging, stowage and terminal handling requirements.
LPG and regulated cargo: LPG movements require prior carrier and terminal acceptance, accurate dangerous-goods classification, compliant documentation and an agreed emergency-contact process.
Storage and yard arrangements: Available storage period, demurrage or detention rules, reefer monitoring, empty-container return location and special-cargo yard space must be checked before cargo dispatch.
Customs and inspection coordination: Our service team can align commercial documents, customs broker instructions, inspection preparation and cargo release milestones; the competent Egyptian authorities determine the final procedure.
Inland collection and delivery: Trucking should be arranged around container type, gross weight, route restrictions, driver access, delivery appointment and the consignee’s unloading capability.

Routing and schedule control

Routes & Transit Times

Typical trade direction: Cargo may be planned between Asian, Red Sea, Mediterranean and Egyptian markets through the carrier’s published network. Whether a shipment is direct, transshipped or routed through another Egyptian or regional gateway depends on the confirmed service.
Transit-time basis: Published transit time is normally counted from actual vessel departure and may exclude origin handling, transshipment, customs clearance, terminal release and final delivery.
Schedule risks: Canal traffic management, vessel omission, port congestion, weather, security measures, equipment imbalance and transshipment connection changes may alter the planned ETA.
Platform coordination: Our service team compares available routing options and confirms the latest carrier schedule before booking. No sailing frequency, direct call or transit time should be treated as guaranteed until shown on the final booking confirmation.

Cargo origin and destination planning

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary logistics sphere: The port serves Egypt’s Suez corridor and the adjacent economic and industrial area, while its location also supports regional Red Sea and Mediterranean distribution planning.
Containerized goods: Manufactured products, machinery, consumer goods, industrial components and project-related equipment may move in containers, subject to commodity, packing and import-control requirements.
Bulk commodities: Dry bulk and other industrial raw materials require confirmation of vessel suitability, loading or discharge method, moisture controls, cargo securing and terminal acceptance.
Energy and chemical cargo: LPG and other regulated products require cargo-specific approval, dangerous-goods documentation and a controlled inland delivery plan.
Project and oversized cargo: For out-of-gauge or heavy units, our team should obtain dimensions, weight, lifting points, center of gravity, packing details and delivery-site constraints before quoting transport.

Practical risk controls

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off management: Carrier booking, shipping instructions, VGM, customs filing, terminal gate-in and dangerous-goods declarations may have separate deadlines. Our team should obtain the booking-specific cut-off sheet rather than rely on a general timetable.
Dangerous goods: The correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package count and emergency contact must match the cargo and booking. LPG or other hazardous cargo must not be tendered before written acceptance.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill-of-lading instructions, origin documents, permits and product information should be consistent. Customs or terminal inspection can extend dwell time and may require accessible, accurately packed cargo.
Inland delivery: Confirm gross weight, container dimensions, chassis or truck availability, road access, escort or permit requirements for abnormal loads, consignee receiving hours and empty-return instructions before dispatch.

Recommended workflow

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the cargo description, HS code, package dimensions, gross weight, ready date, Incoterm, destination and any hazardous or oversized characteristics before requesting a final quote.
Request a written confirmation of the applicable terminal, documentation cut-offs, VGM requirement, empty-container location, free-time terms and inland delivery conditions for the selected sailing.
Use seaworthy export packaging, clear marks and moisture protection suited to the Red Sea climate and the expected transshipment or storage exposure. Heavy or project cargo should include lifting and lashing instructions.
Keep an alternative routing or later sailing under review when the cargo is time-sensitive. Our team can compare available schedules, but the final option must be validated against cargo acceptance and customs requirements.

Forwarder questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EGSOK suitable only for container cargo?

No. The supplied port profile identifies container ships, bulk carriers, LPG tankers and general cargo ships. Cargo type, terminal acceptance and vessel compatibility must be checked before booking.

Can the recorded 16.5 m draught be used as a booking guarantee?

No. It is a maximum recorded figure in the supplied port data, not a universal current berth limit. Actual acceptance may vary by vessel, berth, tide, pilotage, cargo condition and port instructions.

What commonly causes a delay after the vessel arrives?

Typical causes include customs or inspection holds, incomplete documents, terminal release issues, unpaid local charges, equipment shortages, delivery-appointment constraints and consignee readiness. Our team should track these milestones before ETA.

How should LPG or other dangerous cargo be booked?

Provide the exact dangerous-goods details and safety documentation at quotation stage. The carrier and terminal must approve the shipment before cargo delivery, and the inland vehicle and route must be suitable for the declared cargo.

Does the port location guarantee a short transit time?

No. Location near the Suez Canal is a routing advantage, but total transit depends on the confirmed service, transshipment, port rotation, customs, terminal handling and final delivery. Our team confirms the current schedule case by case.

Data basis and verification boundary

Data Sources & Provenance

Primary record: The port code, name, country, coordinates, vessel categories and recorded maximum vessel parameters are taken from the supplied EGSOK port master data.
Canal and navigation context: Official Suez Canal information may be checked through suezcanal.gov.eg. Canal passage, navigation and traffic information remains subject to the authority’s current instructions.
Economic-zone context: Public information concerning Egypt’s Suez economic-zone development may be checked through sczone.eg. Facility availability, terminal rules and cargo acceptance are not inferred from economic-zone information.
Verification boundary: Sailing schedules, cut-offs, tariffs, free time, customs procedures, inspection decisions, terminal allocations and inland restrictions change over time. Our service team verifies these items with the relevant carrier, terminal, broker and authorities before execution.